History of music of some western composers and their works:(1) Joseph Haydn (1732-1809). (2) Ludwig Van Beethoven (1770-1827). (3) Felix Mendelson (1809-1847). (4) Robert Schumann (1810-1856). (5) Franz Liszt (1811-1886).
Subject:
Music
Term:
First Term
Week:
Week 6
Class:
Basic 9 / JSS 3
Previous lesson:
The pupils have previous knowledge of
Topic:
History of music some western composers and their works:(1)Joseph Haydn (1732-1809).(2)Ludwig Van Beethoven (1770-1827). (3)Felix Mendelson (1809-1847).(4)Robert Schumann (1810-1856). (5)Franz Liszt (1811-1886).
Behavioural objectives :
At the end of lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Define history of music
- List some western composers and their works
Instructional Materials:
- Wall charts
- Pictures
- Related Online Video
- Flash Cards
Methods of Teaching:
- Class Discussion
- Group Discussion
- Asking Questions
- Explanation
- Role Modelling
- Role Delegation
Reference Materials:
- Scheme of Work
- Online Information
- Textbooks
- Workbooks
- 9 Year Basic Education Curriculum
- Workbooks
Content:
History of music some western composers and their works:(1)Joseph Haydn (1732-1809).(2)Ludwig Van Beethoven (1770-1827). (3)Felix Mendelson (1809-1847).(4)Robert Schumann (1810-1856). (5)Franz Liszt (1811-1886).
1. Who was Joseph Haydn?
2. Who was Ludwig Van Beethoven?
3. Who was Felix Mendelson?
4. Who was Robert Schumann?
5. Who was Franz Liszt?
6. What were some of their famous works?
7. What was the time period in which they composed?
The Baroque period (1600-1750) is characterized by ornate, complex music with intricate melodies and countermelodies. The music of this period is often dramatic, with sudden changes in dynamics and tempo.
Explain History of music some western composers and their works:(1)Joseph Haydn (1732-1809).(2)Ludwig Van Beethoven (1770-1827). (3)Felix Mendelson (1809-1847).(4)Robert Schumann (1810-1856). (5)Franz Liszt (1811-1886).
1. Joseph Haydn was an Austrian composer who was one of the most important figures in the development of classical music. He is known for his symphonies, concertos, and sonatas.
2. Ludwig van Beethoven was a German composer and pianist who is considered to be one of the greatest composers in history. He is known for his symphonies, concertos, and sonatas.
3. Felix Mendelssohn was a German composer, pianist, and conductor who was one of the most important figures in the early Romantic period. He is known for his symphonies, concerti, oratorios, and piano music.
4. Robert Schumann was a German composer and pianist who is considered to be one of the greatest composers of the Romantic period. He is known for his symphonies, concertos, and piano music.
5. Franz Liszt was a Hungarian composer, pianist, and conductor who was one of the most important composers of the Romantic period. He is known for his symphonies, concerti, piano music, and opera.
(Write 10 questions) History of music some western composers and their works:(1)Joseph Haydn (1732-1809).(2)Ludwig Van Beethoven (1770-1827). (3)Felix Mendelson (1809-1847).(4)Robert Schumann (1810-1856). (5)Franz Liszt (1811-1886).
HISTORY OF MUSIC –Some Western Composers and their Works:
(1) Joseph Haydn (1732-1809)
(2) Ludwig Van Beethoven (1770- 1827)
(3) Felix Mendelson (1809-1847)
(4) Robert Schumann (1810-1856)
1. JOSEPH HAYDN (1732- 1809)
Joseph Haydn was an Austrian, born in Rohrau in 1732. He manifested his great musical talents in his boyhood. He joined the Vienna Choir School as a chorister and was taught by Porpora. Haydn was brilliant in his music career and later got employment from Prince Esterhazy- the wealthy and musical Hungarian Prince who had his own orchestra in his Estate.
His Achievements
1. Haydn became chief music director of Prince Esterhazy choir school.
2. He studied and developed himself in music composition for the orchestra .
3. He also developed the sonata and its form and established the best styles for the symphony and string quartet.
In 1790, his patron – Prince Esterhazy died . He then travelled to London in honour of the invitation of Johann Peter Salomon, a famous violinist. It was there he wrote his last twelve symphonies. (93- 104). Haydn was awarded a doctorate degree in music. He was popularly called Papa Haydn and known as “ The Father of the Sympnony” because of his immense contributions towards the development of symphony and his great output in symphony writing. Haydn died in 1809 at the age of 77.
HAYDN’ S MUSICAL WORKS
1. He wrote 104 Symphonies which have various nicknames such as Clock, Drum-roll, Farewell, Horn Signal, Lamentation etc.
2. He wrote 80 String Quartets, including The Emperor, The Sunrise, The Razor, The Frog etc.
3. He wrote Oratorios, These include “The Creation”, and “The seasons”.
4. He wrote two Operas, “Armida” and “The World of Moon”.
5. He wrote only one Cantata, “The Seven Words from the Cross”.
6. He wrote 53 Piano Sonatas.
EVALUATION
1. Who was an Austrian born in Rohrau?
2. Which year did his patron die?
3. Who was regarded as the Father of Symphony?
MUSICAL WORD MEANING
Briallante Brilliant, Sparkling
Brio, Con (with) Spirit, Vigour
Contabile in a singing style
Col, Colla With the
Con With
WEEKEND ASSIGNMENT
1. Where was Joseph Haydn awarded a doctorate degree in music ?
2. How many symphonies did he write?
3. How many piano sonatas did he write?
4. How many string quartets did he write?
5. What year did he die and at what age?
READING ASSIGNMENT
Read about other composers listed above from your textbook, Fundamentals of Music for Junior Secondary Schools Book Three by Dr H. C. Nwafor.
Reference : Fundamentals of Music for Junior Secondary Schools, Book 3 by Dr H.C. Nwafor.
Presentation
The topic is presented step by step
Step 1:
The class teacher revises the previous topics
Step 2.
He introduces the new topic
Step 3:
The class teacher allows the pupils to give their own examples and he corrects them when the need arise
Evaluation:
1. Who was Joseph Haydn?
2. What was he known for?
3. When did he live?
4. Where was he from?
5. Who was Ludwig van Beethoven?
6. What was he known for?
7. When did he live?
8. Where was he from?
9. Who was Felix Mendelssohn?
10. What was he known for?
11. When did he live?
12. Where was he from?
13. Who was Robert Schumann?
14. What was he known for?
15. When did he live?
16. Where was he from?
17. Who was Franz Liszt?
18. What was he known for?
19. When did he live?
20. Where was he from?
21. What time period were they all composing in?
Conclusion
The class teacher wraps up or concludes the lesson by giving out a short note to summarize the topic that he or she has just taught.
The class teacher also goes round to make sure that the notes are well copied or well written by the pupils.
He or she makes the necessary corrections when and where the needs arise.
Assignment
Prepare for the next lesson by reading about
WESTERN MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
